Limited Edition Omega Moisturisers
Why are Omegas important for the skin? Our modern diets are deficient in omega oils. These oils are not as stable as saturated oils and they are often removed from…
An organic yet powerful approach to managing acne
We have already discussed how our approach addresses the microbial imbalance created by our industrial lifestyles, so let’s take a closer look at the ingredients used in the Esse Clarifying Range and how…
Esse and the revolutionary ‘skinmalism’ trend
The experience of lockdown provided many with a time of self-reflection, and one realisation that emerged during this time was that, when it comes to skincare routines, less is actually…
Things industrial beauty taught us that we should forget
Industrial beauty is around 100 years old. In the early 1900s, large companies in the US and Europe used the fear of germs to sell harsh soaps to hundreds of…
Interview with Trevor Steyn on the microbiome and skincare
HOW DID YOU BECOME INTERESTED IN THE MICROBIOME? When I was younger, I thought that chemistry could solve almost any problem. As my understanding of the biological world expanded, I…
Skincare myths debunked
Since the beginning of time, society has formed beliefs about their experiences and the world around them. A notorious belief and misconception that comes to mind is that the earth…